Orangetip Collection

Orange Tip Butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) male resting on Bluebell (Endymion / Hyacinthoides nonscriptus). Peak DIstrict National Park, Derbyshire, UK. April

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Orange-tip (Anthocharis cardamines), male feeding from Wood Cranesbill (Geranium sylvaticum), Finland, June

Orange-tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines), male on Cuckooflower (Cardamine pratensis). Brackagh Moss National Nature Reserve, Portadown, County Armagh, Republic of Ireland. May

Orange tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) female on Bluebell flower (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) Clare Glen, County Armagh, May

RF - Orange tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) male, resting on flower (Cruciferae sp)
RF - Orange tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) male, resting on flower (Cruciferae sp.), Peerdsbos, Brasschaat, Belgium. May. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Two Orange tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) roosting at dawn on Cuckooflower (Cardamine pratensis), one of its larval food plants. Hertfordshire, England. UK. May. Focus Stacked

Orange tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) caterpillar crawling over Garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolata) leaf, Orvieto, Umbria, Italy. April

Male Orange tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) resting on Wild garlic (Allium ursinum) flower, Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. April

Orange tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) male resting in dappled light created by dew droplets. The Netherlands. April

Orange tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) two females on Cuckooflower (Cardamine pratensis). The Netherlands. March

Orange tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) male on Greater stitchwort flower in English woodland, Hertfordshire, England, UK, April

Orange tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) female and male, visiting Honesty flower (Lunaria annua) Wiltshire, England, UK, May

RF- Orange Tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) female resting on Cuckooflower (Cardamine pratensis). North Devon, UK. April

Green-veined White butterfly egg (Pieris napi) above, Orange-tip butterfly egg (Anthocharis)
Green-veined White butterfly egg (Pieris napi) above, Orange-tip butterfly egg (Anthocharis cardamines) below, on Garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolata) Sussex, UK. June

Orange-tip Butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) adult female, resting on grass stem, Meathop Moss, Lindale, Cumbria, England, May

Eastern Orange-tip (Anthocharis damone) adult female, roosting on grass with morning dew, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Orange-tip Butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) adult male, resting on Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) flowers in garden, England, april

Gruner's Orange-tip (Anthocharis gruneri) two adult males, roosting on White Asphodel (Asphodelus albus) stem, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

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A brand new day brings the vibrant presence of the Orangetip butterfly, a delicate beauty that graces our surroundings. With its striking orange-tipped wings, the male Orangetip rests gracefully on a bed of Bluebells, creating a picturesque scene in nature's canvas. This magnificent creature can also be found perched on Cuckooflowers, showcasing its intricate connection with its larval food plants. In the early morning light, two Orangetip butterflies roost at dawn on Cuckooflowers, embracing the tranquility of their habitat in Hertfordshire, England. As we explore further into their world, we discover an enchanting sight - an Orangetip female delicately landing on a Bluebell flower. The contrast between her dainty presence and the vivid blue petals is truly mesmerizing. Even as caterpillars, these butterflies captivate us as they crawl over Garlic mustard leaves in Umbria, Italy. In Derbyshire's Peak District National Park, a male Orangetip finds solace amidst Wild garlic flowers while basking in April's gentle breeze. The dappled light created by nature adds to his allure and showcases his elegance against this serene backdrop. The companionship among these creatures is evident as two female Orangetips gather together on Cuckooflowers. Their unity highlights not only their social behavior but also their importance within ecosystems. Witnessing an Orangetip male feeding from Wood Cranesbill reminds us of their vital role as pollinators and contributors to biodiversity. They bring life to Greater stitchwort flowers with their graceful presence. The Orange-tip butterfly serves as a reminder that every day holds new wonders waiting to be discovered – whether it's witnessing these beautiful creatures or simply appreciating the intricate connections they have with their environment.